Scott Blackmun, 60, is stepping down from his role as the chief executive for the United States Olympics Committee after eight years in the position, according to reports.

Blackmun made the announcement just weeks after USOC board members defended him amid the Larry Nassar scandal when some called for his resignation.

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A statement sent regarding his resignation cited Blackmun’s health as the underlying factor. According to the news release, he is currently undergoing treatment for prostate cancer.

“Given Scott’s current health situation, we have mutually agreed it is in the best interest of both Scott and the USOC that we identify new leadership so that we can immediately address the urgent initiatives ahead of us,” USOC Chairman Larry Probst said. “The important work that Scott started needs to continue and will require especially vigorous attention in light of Larry Nassar’s decades-long abuse of athletes affiliated with USA Gymnastics."